Explore Data Quality Specialist Jobs

Data Quality Specialists help organizations make confident decisions by ensuring their data is accurate, complete, consistent, and fit for use. On Ladders, explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on data validation, governance, quality analytics, and data operations.

What Does a Data Quality Specialist Do?

These professionals assess data assets, define quality standards, identify errors and inconsistencies, and coordinate solutions with technical and business teams. Responsibilities may include developing data quality rules, monitoring metrics, investigating root causes, documenting processes, and improving the systems that collect and manage data.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with data profiling, SQL, spreadsheets, data visualization, and quality or observability tools. Knowledge of data governance, metadata, master data management, database systems, and privacy practices can also be valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills help specialists turn findings into practical improvements.

Career Opportunities

Data Quality Specialists work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and consulting. Depending on experience and organizational needs, related opportunities may include senior data quality analyst, data governance specialist, data steward, data management consultant, or quality program lead.

Find Your Next Data Quality Role

Browse Ladders for Data Quality Specialist positions and related professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, required skills, and compensation details to find a role that fits your experience and career goals.

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$144K - $288K *

Shape the future of underwriting analytics by leading a team of data scientists to enhance forecasting accuracy and drive strategic insights, ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence ac...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $193K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing clinical research pre-award activities, ensuring compliance and financial feasibility while managing a diverse portfolio of high-risk studies and col...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine data governance by shaping a robust framework that empowers teams to define, manage, and optimize data products with clear accountability, streamlined workflows, and effective collaboration...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data technology, transforming businesses through strategic data solutions. Drive impactful projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and unlock data potenti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Elevate healthcare interoperability by designing and supporting MEDITECH interfaces. Collaborate with teams to enhance data exchange, improve patient care, and ensure seamless integration across syste...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $186K *

Deliver trusted, governed product data by designing scalable ELT pipelines and analytics models. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and compliance, empowering stakeholders with self-servi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $130K *

Drive product excellence as a Senior Product Owner, shaping technology solutions in integrated care. Collaborate with agile teams and stakeholders to prioritize needs, enhance workflows, and deliver m...

Kentucky, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $159K *

Champion integrated evidence strategies that drive enterprise decision-making. Collaborate cross-functionally to create actionable plans that align with global objectives, ensuring timely delivery of...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to transform client loyalty data into actionable insights, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing customer engagement through innovative data visualization and collaboration w...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $126K *

Engage with key stakeholders to influence healthcare policy in Kansas, establishing strong legislative relationships while monitoring issues that impact the business unit and the community. Drive init...

Kansas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance clinical database design, driving efficiency and innovation in data management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in clinical tria...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $125K *

Transform complex commercial casualty claims management by leveraging your expertise in construction-related exposures and litigation. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional outcomes...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $124K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful scientific software demonstrations and training. Collaborate with diverse teams to address customer needs and enhance bioinformatics solutions, driving innovati...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Partner with us to shape the quality strategy for a leading exam development platform. Leverage your expertise to guide multiple Agile teams, enhance automation practices, and ensure high standards ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$98K - $155K *

Unlock potential by enhancing cloud communication systems, optimizing architectures, and leading AI integrations. Thrive in a dynamic environment while mentoring teams and resolving complex issues acr...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise-scale data architecture and AI solutions. Collaborate globally to create valuable data products and cross-border workflows that empower organizational analytics a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform supply chain performance by leading complex deployments and guiding clients through advanced software integration, enhancing their operational efficiency and achieving strategic business obj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $190K *

Shape the future of laboratory data management by leading ontology design and implementation. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to enhance the semantic framework, ensuring high fidelity in s...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $94K *

Drive data solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain backend integrations within Azure Gov Cloud, ensuring data integrity and security for government clients...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $182K *

Unlock the potential of MSSP revenue operations by leading strategy and execution. Drive partner onboarding, deal governance, and revenue acceleration while collaborating across teams to enhance opera...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in web development by creating and maintaining robust Drupal applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality delivery and support for content management systems, enhancing us...

Arkansas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $197K *

Unlock the potential of product strategy and execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive enterprise transformations and ensure alignment with business objectives...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $214K *

Help us shape the future of data science by developing advanced analytics and machine learning solutions for federal clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive impactful data-driven decisions a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading commissioning activities for critical facilities. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure project success through effective communication, strong problem-solving sk...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build a robust data platform that enhances product performance and supports AI initiatives, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for internal and customer-facing...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Quality Specialist do?question toggle

    A Data Quality Specialist evaluates and improves data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability. Typical work includes setting quality rules, monitoring data, investigating problems, and partnering with teams to resolve issues.

  • What skills are important for Data Quality Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills often include SQL, data profiling, data validation, analytics, and familiarity with databases or data quality tools. Employers also value knowledge of data governance, careful attention to detail, clear communication, and root-cause analysis.

  • Where do Data Quality Specialists work?question toggle

    They work in many sectors that depend on reliable data, including finance, healthcare, technology, retail, government, and consulting.

  • What related roles can Data Quality Specialists pursue?question toggle

    Related career paths may include senior data quality analyst, data governance specialist, data steward, data management consultant, or data quality program lead, depending on experience and specialization.

  • How can I find Data Quality Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Data Quality Specialist and related professional job listings, then review each posting for compensation, responsibilities, qualifications, and location or remote-work details.